Our Heroes Awards

The Sentinel's flagship annual community awards scheme was launched in 2006. It recognises unsung heroes including Children of Courage, Bright Young Things, Adult Carers, Good Neighbours, Charity Champions and Volunteers, Heroes of the NHS, School Stars and local representatives of the emergency services and armed forces. Stories about nominees are published in the newspaper and online from May 1 to July 31 with the judging process taking place in early August. A star-studded, gala dinner and awards ceremony takes place at the Moat House Hotel, Festival Park, Stoke-on-Trent, in September.